District News

On Oct. 31, Durango School District (DSD, formerly 9-R) elementary students had a blast showing off their Halloween costumes at school parades across the district. Here, Park Elementary School students and staff wish you a very happy Halloween!

Throughout each school year, DSD employees nominate their colleagues for Bravo Awards, an honor that recognizes faculty and staff who demonstrate Portrait of a Graduate attributes as they go above and beyond for students and the district.

The Durango School District Board of Education held a Regular Session on Oct. 28, 2025. Here’s a brief summary of the meeting.

Statement from the Durango School District Board of Education: The Durango School District Board of Education is profoundly saddened and distressed that two innocent children in our community were tragically denied the fundamental right to safety while en route to their school communities this week.

This has been a difficult and heartbreaking week for our community. Earlier this week, two children were apprehended on their way to school (not on school grounds) during a federal immigration enforcement action. These events have deeply affected many in our community, and our hearts go out to all who are feeling the impact. This is not a political statement — it is a human one.

Need help in supporting your child's well-being? We are offering FREE live webinars on Monday-Thursday evenings throughout the school year, and you can always watch previously recorded classes on your own time by visiting the Cook Center's full content library. Live webinar topics in November include Building Your Child's Confidence, Your Child's Anxiety, What Parents Need to Know About Suicide Prevention, The Healing Process After Loss, and many more.

As part of their cultural exploration studies in Dory Daniel's Spanish class, Miller Middle School (MMS) students are learning about Día de los Muertos — a Mexican tradition on Nov. 1-2 that honors loved ones who have passed.

Thanks to an incredible collaboration with Horsefly History Tours and strong community support, the Durango Education Foundation raised $45,000 during the third annual Spirits with the Spectres fundraiser.

Durango’s annual FIRST LEGO League (FLL) Qualifier will take place Saturday, Nov. 15, at Escalante Middle School (141 Baker Lane), and organizers are calling for volunteers to help make the event a success.

Throughout November, students, families, and community members are invited to participate in several events that celebrate Native American culture and artistry.